Highlights from Downtown Santa Monica​'s Picnic on the Promenade, Friday, July 7, 2017. Escape from the cubicle and enjoy a meal at Downtown Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade with the return of everyone’s favorite Summer lunch series Picnic on the Promenade. Ease into the weekend every Friday in July and August with classic board games, Ping-Pong tables, giant Jenga and Connect4. A DJ will be spinning smooth grooves to help you digest the stresses of the work week. Bring your lunch or grab-and-go from one of Downtown’s celebrated eateries and soak in the sun.